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Georgia Tech is a far more selective school than many people presently comprehend. They now reject more than 4 in 5 of those who apply and are particularly tough on out-of-state and international applicants. The encouraging news for aspiring Yellow Jackets is that transferring to this STEM powerhouse is...

Getting accepted into Brown as a transfer applicant is every bit as challenging as gaining admission directly out of high school. At the same time, if you’re sure that this unique and beloved Ivy is the perfect landing spot for you, it is absolutely worth your time to apply....

For most people, Georgetown University is the premier Jesuit school in the country. Located in Washington, D.C., this university is the number one destination point for many high school superstars from around the globe. As such, acceptance rates have dipped close to the single digits in recent years, leaving...

Nashville-based Vanderbilt is a dream school for many stellar high school students. Unfortunately, that dream will remain an unrealized one for most, as an astounding 94% of those who apply for freshman admission are turned away. However, if Vandy remains your ideal postsecondary destination, there are still compelling reasons...

For high school applicants, Northwestern University has a single-digit acceptance rate. Just like other schools of its ilk—Johns Hopkins, Cornell, and Rice—the overwhelming majority of those who apply end up disappointed. On a more optimistic note, transfer applicants at Northwestern fare much better than freshman hopefuls. This blog will...

Those seeking to enter the University of Texas at Austin directly out of high school face an extremely selective admissions process. If they are from in-state and finish in the top 6% of their high school class, acceptance is guaranteed. If you are not in the top 6% and/or...

Boston University is infinitely more selective than it was a generation ago. In fact, last year’s freshman acceptance rate was lower than Harvard’s in the late ‘80s. After the shock of that statement wears off, we have some more encouraging news to share. BU remains a transfer-friendly institution and...